Extraordinary futures start here / Medicine / Biomedical science / Physiotherapy / Diagnostic radiography / 2015
Information for International students
St George’s, University of London, offers a range of medical and healthcare programmes. As the only university in the UK to share its campus with a hospital, St George’s enables you to combine the theoretical with the practical and enter your chosen profession from day one. It’s the first step towards an extraordinary future in medicine or the health sciences. This booklet provides details of the courses available to international students at St George’s. We hope you will be inspired to join the students and staff from more than 50 countries who make up our truly diverse and international community. Principal’s welcome
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Medicine
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International Medicine
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International Graduate Medicine
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Biomedical Science
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Biomedical Science (International)
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Physiotherapy
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Radiography
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Additional programmes
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Entry requirements
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Student life
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Support at St George’s
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Welcome to St George’s, University of London. We are delighted that you are considering joining our student body.
Principal’s welcome
Our students consider St George’s to be a great place to study with exceptional teaching, easily accessible academic and administrative staff, and highly rated facilities. Our students are a pivotal part of an international community that is strongly committed to furthering knowledge and professional practice in the medical, biomedical and health and social care sciences, as well as making an important contribution to the vibrant and exciting community in London. We appreciate that choosing a university degree programme, possibly many miles from home, requires considerable thought – it is one of the most important and challenging decisions in your life. As a proud alumnus myself, I have many happy memories of my student days at St George’s, and I believe you will be making the right choice if you choose to study with us. Professor Peter Kopelman Principal St George’s, University of London Why choose a world recognized qualification at St George’s, University of London? >
Study at the UK’s only independent health sciences university, ranked among the top 250 in the world (Times Higher Education world rankings, 2013-14)
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Learn via clinical experience at our shared site at St George’s Hospital, one of the UK’s largest and busiest, and other hospitals in London and south-east England
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Enjoy being part of a small and friendly institution with around 3000 students from more than 50 countries
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Take advantage of London life – we are located just 25 minutes from central London by tube, and are part of the University of London confederation 3
Highlights
Medicine (MBBS)
International Medicine (BSc/MBBS)
Five years, full time (or six with Intercalated BSc)
Six years, full time
Apply through UCAS: code A100, institution code S49
Apply through UCAS: code A900, institution code S49
UCAS deadline is 15 October in the year prior to entry
UCAS deadline is 31 May in the year of entry
Five year medical programme leading to the qualification of Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). Clinical science in years one and two (with short clinical experiences integrated into the course), followed by three clinical years with placements at a broad range of primary care, community and district general hospitals.
This programme is exclusively for international students, and applications from UK/EU citizens who would normally be considered as ‘home’ students under UK legislation will not be considered.
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MBBS qualification widely recognised internationally
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Contact with patients from the second week of year one
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Shared campus with one of the largest teaching hospitals in the UK
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Opportunity to learn anatomy by prosection and dissection of cadavers
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Shared learning with students training to be doctors, nurses, radiographers, paramedics and physiotherapists (interprofessional education)
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Student Selected Components (SSCs) allowing further study into areas of particular interest
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Careers advice embedded into our teaching
Six year programme offering a combined Bachelor’s and medical degree for international students with A Level or equivalent qualifications who wish to progress directly into medical training. Clinical science in years one and two (with short clinical experiences integrated into the course); three clinical years (split between the UK and the US); and a UK based BSc extended project year (year four). Highlights
International entry requirements Learning
UKAT (United Kingdom Clinical Aptitude Test)
Work experience
See table on page 12 for GCSE and A Level (or international equivalent) minimum entry requirements. Applicants must fulfil both the GCSE and A Level requirements to be invited to interview. Any applicants who meet all other minimum requirements and achieve at least 500 in each of the four sections of the UKCAT will be considered for interview, in competition, based on their total UKCAT score. The minimum UKCAT overall score requirement is set after the application closing date.
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MBBS qualification widely recognised internationally
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Contact with patients from the second week of year one
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Shared campus with one of the largest teaching hospitals in the UK
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Clinical experience in the UK and the US
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Preparation for United States Medical Licensing Examination steps one and two embedded within the course
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Opportunity to learn anatomy by prosection and dissection of cadavers
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Shared learning with students training to be doctors, nurses, radiographers, paramedics and physiotherapists (interprofessional education)
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Student Selected Components (SSCs) allowing further study into areas of particular interest
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Careers advice embedded into our teaching
International entry requirements
Other essential criteria
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Work or voluntary experience in a medical or health-related field and an ability to demonstrate a broad awareness of the scope of medicine. For further information on work or voluntary experience, please visit the ‘Experiencing it’ section of www.tasteofmedicine.com.
See table on page 12 for GCSE and A Level (or international equivalent) minimum entry requirements. Applicants must fulfil both the GCSE and A Level requirements to be invited to interview.
UKAT (United Kingdom Clinical Aptitude Test)
Any applicants who meet all other minimum requirements and achieve at least 500 in each of the four sections of the UKCAT will be considered for interview.
Health and Police screening
Satisfactory clearance in both, including immunisation against Hepatitis B, MMR, Meningitis, TB and Chicken Pox.
Interview
Interviews are held after the application closing date, and take the form of multi-mini interviews. Multi-mini interviews combine traditional-style questions with task-based activities, providing a high level of interaction and the opportunity to demonstrate more than just a taught knowledge of the sciences. For more information on interviews, please visit the ‘Scrubbing up’ section of www.tasteofmedicine.com. Remote interviews may be possible by arrangement, at centres worldwide.
International fees £18,630 p/a (Years one and two)* £32,663 p/a (Years three to five)*
Other essential criteria Work experience
Work or voluntary experience in a medical or health-related field and an ability to demonstrate a broad awareness of the scope of medicine. For further information on work or voluntary experience, please visit the ‘Experiencing it’ section of www.tasteofmedicine.com.
Health and Police screening
Satisfactory clearance in both, including immunisation against Hepatitis B, MMR, Meningitis, TB and Chicken Pox.
Interview
Interviews are held after the application closing date, and take the form of multi-mini interviews. Multi-mini interviews combine traditional-style questions with task-based activities, providing a high level of interaction and the opportunity to demonstrate more than just a taught knowledge of the sciences. For more information on interviews, please visit the ‘Scrubbing up’ section of www.tasteofmedicine.com. Remote interviews may be possible by arrangement, at centres worldwide.
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International fees £29,000 p/a* * 2014 entry. Fees are subject to annual review and change.
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International Graduate Medicine (MBBS)
Biomedical Science (BSc Hons)
Four years, full time
Three years, full time
Apply through UCAS: code A901, institution code S49
Apply through UCAS: code B940, institution code S49
UCAS deadline is 31 May in the year of entry
UCAS deadline is 15 January in the year of entry
This programme is exclusively for international students, and applications from UK/EU citizens who would normally be considered as ‘home’ students under UK legislation will not be considered.
Three year course covering the whole range of biological sciences that underpin medicine, offered in a medical environment. In the first two years, part of the course is shared with that of medical students at St George’s; in addition there are specific modules for biomedical science students. This structure provides a broad coverage of the fundamental aspects of cell and molecular biology, anatomy, physiology and pharmacology. In the final year a choice of modules provides advanced coverage of a wide variety of topics to honours degree level. This course can lead to employment as a biomedical scientist or postgraduate level research in biomedical sciences.
Four year programme offering an accelerated medical degree for international students with a bachelor’s degree (or higher degree) in any discipline. Clinical science in year one (with short clinical experiences integrated into the course), followed by three clinical years with clinical placements at a broad range of primary care, community and district general hospitals in the UK and the US. Highlights
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Shared campus with one of the largest teaching hospitals in the UK
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Shared learning with students training to be doctors, nurses, radiographers, paramedics and physiotherapists (interprofessional education)
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Many of our biomedical science students progress onto further study in medicine or scientific research
Preparation for United States Medical Licensing Examination steps one and two embedded within the course
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Our teaching is informed by the latest research and the course is designed to evolve with current practice
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Opportunity to learn anatomy by prosection and dissection of cadavers
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You will undertake and present a research project based on your chosen specialism
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Shared learning with students training to be doctors, nurses, radiographers, paramedics and physiotherapists (interprofessional education)
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Student Selected Components (SSCs) allowing further study into areas of particular interest
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Careers advice embedded into our teaching
See table on page 12 for GCSE and A Level (or international equivalent) minimum entry requirements. Applicants must fulfil both the GCSE and A Level requirements to be considered for a place.
International entry requirements
Other essential criteria
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MBBS qualification widely recognised internationally
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Contact with patients from the second week of year one
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Shared campus with one of the largest teaching hospitals in the UK
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Clinical experience in the UK and the US
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A degree in any subject at a level equivalent to a lower second class Bachelor’s Honours in the UK system, or a Masters or Doctorate.
GAMSAT (Graduate Medical Any applicants who meet all other minimum requirements and achieve a GAMSAT overall score of 55, with a minimum of 50 in each section, or an MCAT overall score School Admissions Test) or MCAT (Medical College of 24, will be considered for interview. Admissions Test)
Work experience
Highlights
International entry requirements Learning
Personal statement
You must demonstrate a significant interest in science as a subject in its own right, have an awareness of current issues in biomedical science and include any other relevant information to support your application. Offers are made without interview, on the basis of academic qualifications and personal statement.
Other essential criteria
International fees
Work or voluntary experience in a medical or health-related field and an ability to demonstrate a broad awareness of the scope of medicine. For further information on work or voluntary experience, please visit the ‘Experiencing it’ section of www.tasteofmedicine.com.
£14,300 p/a*
Health and Police screening
Satisfactory clearance in both, including immunisation against Hepatitis B, MMR, Meningitis, TB and Chicken Pox.
Interview
Interviews are held after the application closing date, and take the form of multi-mini interviews.
* 2014 entry. Fees are subject to annual review and change.
Multi-mini interviews combine traditional-style questions with task-based activities, providing a high level of interaction and the opportunity to demonstrate more than just a taught knowledge of the sciences. For more information on interviews, please visit the ‘Scrubbing up’ section of www.tasteofmedicine.com. Remote interviews may be possible by arrangement, at centres worldwide.
International fees £32,663 p/a* * 2014 entry. Fees are subject to annual review and change.
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Biomedical Science (International) (BSc Hons)
Physiotherapy (BSc Hons)
Three years, full time
Three years, full time
Apply through UCAS: code J750, institution code S49
Apply through UCAS code B160, institution code S49
UCAS deadline is 31 May in the year of entry
UCAS deadline is 15 January in the year of entry
This programme is exclusively for international students, and applications from UK/EU citizens who would normally be considered as ‘home’ students under UK legislation will not be considered.
This course focuses on developing key assessment and physiotherapy treatment skills using directed and self-directed learning, and clinical practice. The course will cover concepts, principles and theories of anatomy, physiology, movement studies, therapeutic exercise, electro-physical modalities, health promotion, and the impact of key psychosocial issues on physiotherapy management.
Three year course for international students covering the whole range of biological sciences that underpin medicine, offered in a medical environment. Students are taught together with students on the Biomedical Science (BSc Hons) programme, and course details and entry requirements are equivalent. St George’s will also consider the best biomedical science graduates for admissions into year two of the International Graduate Medicine programme. Highlights
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Shared campus with one of the largest teaching hospitals in the UK
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Shared learning with students training to be doctors, nurses, radiographers, paramedics and physiotherapists (interprofessional education)
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Offers a direct transfer into year two (transition clinical year) of the International Graduate Medicine programme to top performing students
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Our teaching is informed by the latest research and the course is designed to evolve with current practice
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You will undertake and present a research project based on your chosen specialism
Highlights
See table on page 12 for GCSE and A Level (or international equivalent) minimum entry requirements. Applicants must fulfil both the GCSE and A Level requirements to be considered for a place.
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You must demonstrate a significant interest in science as a subject in its own right, have an awareness of current issues in biomedical science and include any other relevant information to support your application. Offers are made without interview, on the basis of academic qualifications and personal statement.
Transfer opportunity The highest performing BSc Biomedical Science (International) students may be eligible to progress directly into the clinical transition year of the International Graduate Medicine (MBBS) programme, subject to:
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Shared campus with one of the largest teaching hospitals in the UK
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Shared learning with students training to be doctors, nurses, radiographers, and paramedics (interprofessional education)
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Opportunity to learn anatomy by prosection and dissection of cadavers
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Our teaching staff have years of experience as physiotherapists
See table on page 12 for GCSE and A Level (or international equivalent) minimum entry requirements. Applicants must fulfil both the GCSE and A Level requirements to be invited to interview.
Other essential criteria Work experience
Work or voluntary experience in a medical or health-related field and an ability to demonstrate a broad awareness of the scope of physiotherapy. For further information on work or voluntary experience, please visit the ‘Experiencing it’ section of www.tasteofmedicine.com.
Personal statement
You must demonstrate interest in, and commitment to, working with people; be able to identify relevant transferable skills that would make you a good physiotherapist; demonstrate a broad awareness of the scope of physiotherapy; and show an ability to reflect on work experience.
Health and Police screening
Satisfactory clearance in both, including immunisation against Hepatitis B, MMR, Meningitis, TB and Chicken Pox.
Interview
Interviews are held after the application closing date, and take the form of multi-mini interviews.
Other essential criteria Personal statement
Accreditation: Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, and Health and Care Professions Council
International entry requirements
International entry requirements Learning
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The stations in our multi-mini interviews combine traditional-style questions with task-based activities, providing a high level of interaction and the opportunity to demonstrate more than just a taught knowledge of biology. For more information on interviews, please visit the ‘Scrubbing up’ section of www.tasteofmedicine.com.
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achieving a minimum of 65 per cent in year one and a minimum of 67 per cent in year two
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satisfactory performance in the medical selection Multi-Mini Interview (MMI)
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achieving a minimum grade of upper second class on graduation
International fees
International fees
£14,000 p/a*
Remote interviews may be possible by arrangement, at centres worldwide.
* 2014 entry. Fees are subject to annual review and change. £14,300 p/a* * 2014 entry. Fees are subject to annual review and change.
Physiotherapy (pre-registration) (MSc) Two years, full time Apply through UCAS code B161, institution code S49 UCAS deadline for overseas students is 31 March in the year of entry Two year programme leading to registration as a physiotherapist with the Health and Care Professions Council, for students with a bachelor’s degree in a biological or health sciences (dated within the last five years). We use the same work experience and other essential criteria as for the BSc programme. Fees are as for the BSc programme.
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Diagnostic Radiography (BSc Hons)
Additional programmes
Three years, full time
INTO St George’s Foundation in Medical, Biomedical and Health Sciences
Apply through UCAS code B821, institution code S49 UCAS deadline is 15 January in the year of entry Diagnostic radiographers are responsible for the acquisition of high quality clinical images used to detect, monitor and manage disease processes and the effects of trauma. They utilise a wide range of sophisticated technological equipment for different imaging modalities, such as X-ray, ultrasound, computerised tomography and magnetic resonance imaging scanning, and combine this expertise with high standards of patient care. This course is designed for people who want to combine a science background with medical, biological and physiological sciences and apply their training in a caring clinical environment. Highlights
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Accreditation: Health and Care Professions Council
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Shared campus with one of the largest teaching hospitals in the UK
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Shared learning with students training to be doctors, nurses, paramedics and physiotherapists (interprofessional education)
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50 per cent of your time will be spent in an NHS trust on placement as a student radiographer
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Our teaching staff have years of experience as radiographers
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This course is taught in partnership with Kingston University. You will benefit from a large, multi-faculty experience combined with the health science expertise offered by St George’s, University of London
This three term course prepares students for entry to the International Medicine (BSc/MBBS), Biomedical Science (International) (BSc Hons) and training in other professions allied to medicine. The programme is based at St George’s, and combines scientific academic study and study skills with specific classes in medical and healthcare professionalism, cultural orientation and English language support. For full information: Visit www.intohigher.com/sgul E ukenrolmentservices@into.uk.com T +44 (0)1273 718 640
St George’s medical programme delivered in Cyprus by the University of Nicosia St George’s has joined forces with the University of Nicosia, Cyprus’s biggest private university, to launch the first medical training programme in the country. The University of Nicosia offers a four-year graduate entry medicine degree awarded and quality assured by St George’s. Students on this programme are based in Cyprus for the first two years, undertaking clinical placements at leading hospitals in Cyprus. Clinical placements in the third and fourth years of the programme take place in the Cyprus, Israel and the United States.
International entry requirements Learning
For full information: Visit www.nicosia.sgul.ac.cy E admissions@nicosia.sgul.ac.cy T +357 2247 1945
See table on page 12 for GCSE and A Level (or international equivalent) minimum entry requirements. Applicants must fulfil both the GCSE and A Level requirements to be invited to interview.
Other essential criteria Work Experience
Work or voluntary experience in a medical or health-related field. For further information on work or voluntary experience, please visit the ‘Experiencing it’ section of www.tasteofmedicine.com.
Personal statement
You must demonstrate a broad awareness of the scope of radiography and show a keen interest in a career in this area.
Health and Police screening
Satisfactory clearance in both, including immunisation against Hepatitis B, MMR, Meningitis, TB and Chicken Pox.
Interview
Interviews are held after the application closing date, and take the form of multi-mini interviews.
Postgraduate programmes St George’s postgraduate degree programmes combine a research focus with a strong vocational element. Based within our graduate school, we have a community of approximately 500 full and part-time students. Our taught programmes are designed to meet specific career ambitions.
Taught
The following programmes are offered to international students:
The stations in our multi-mini interviews combine traditional-style questions with task-based activities, providing a high level of interaction and the opportunity to demonstrate more than just a taught knowledge of the sciences. For more information on interviews, please visit the ‘Scrubbing up’ section of www.tasteofmedicine.com.
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Applied Exercise for Health (PgCert/PgDip/MSc)
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Biomedical Science (MRes)
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Health and Wellbeing (MSc) (subject to validation)
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Physician Associate Studies (PgDip)
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Physiotherapy (pre-registration) (MSc) (see page 9)
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Rehabilitation (PgDip/MSc) Our internationally-recognised research programmes deliver cutting-edge scientific analysis and investigation through three specialist institutes. These institutes focus on biomedical and scientific discovery, advancing the prevention and treatment of disease in the fields of public health, heart disease and infection – three of the greatest challenges to global health in the 21st century.
Research
International fees £15,500 p/a* * 2014 entry. Fees are subject to annual review and change.
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MPhil/PhD
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MD(Res) In addition to subject-specific training, a wide-ranging core training course is undertaken by our research students in order to support the acquisition of generic research skills and providing opportunities for peer-group support. For full information: Visit www.sgul.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate E global@sgul.ac.uk T +44 (0)20 8266 6877
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Entry requirements
Medicine MBBS
International Medicine BSc/MBBS
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
Biomedical Science (International) BSc (Hons)
Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
Radiography, Diagnostic BSc (Hons)
GCSE/iGCSEs
Average of a grade A across eight GCSE/iGCSEs or O levels; must include Maths, Biology and Chemistry (or Double Award Science), and English Language at a minimum of a grade B
Average of a grade A across eight GCSE/iGCSEs or O levels; must include Maths, Biology and Chemistry (or Double Award Science), and English Language at a minimum of a grade B
Grades A* to C across eight GCSE/iGCSEs or O levels; with a minimum of a grade B in English Language, Maths, Biology and Chemistry (or Double Award Science)
Grades A* to C across eight GCSE/iGCSEs or O levels; with a minimum of a grade B in English Language, Maths, Biology and Chemistry (or Double Award Science)
Grades A* to C across eight GCSE/iGCSEs or O levels; with a minimum of a grade B in English Language, Maths, Biology and Chemistry (or Double Award Science)
Grades A* to C across eight GCSE/iGCSEs or O levels; must include Biology, Chemistry and Physics (or Double Award Science), and Maths and English Language at a minimum of a grade B
A Levels
AAA to include Biology and Chemistry. If a fourth AS or A Level if offered, a grade B must be achieved.
AAA to include Biology and Chemistry. If a fourth AS or A Level if offered, a grade B must be achieved.
ABB to include Biology and Chemistry
ABB to include Biology and Chemistry
ABB to include Biology and preferably one other science
BBB at A Level, with science subjects preferred
International Baccalaureate (equivalent to A Level)
666 at HL and 666 at SL, to include Biology and Chemistry (at least one to HL), Mathematics and English Language
666 at HL and 666 at SL, to include Biology and Chemistry (at least one to HL), Mathematics and English Language
655 at HL and 555 at SL, to include Biology and Chemistry to HL (with a 6 in one) and Mathematics and English Language to at least SL
655 at HL and 555 at SL, to include Biology and Chemistry to HL (with a 6 in one) and Mathematics and English Language to at least SL
655 at HL and 555 at SL, to include Biology to HL and Mathematics and English Language to at least SL
554 at HL and 444 at SL, to include Physics, Mathematics and English Language to HL
Advanced Placements (equivalent to A Level)
4 APs at grades 5,5,5,4, to include Chemistry and Biology, both at grade 5. The third AP at grade 5 must be from: Sciences, Mathematics, English or Foreign Language or Literature, or History.
4 APs at grades 5,5,5,4, to include Chemistry and Biology, both at grade 5. The third AP at grade 5 must be from: Sciences, Mathematics, English or Foreign Language or Literature, or History.
3 APs at grades 5,4,4 to include Chemistry, Biology, and one other from: Sciences, Mathematics, English or Foreign Language or Literature, or History.
3 APs at grades 5,4,4 to include Chemistry, Biology, and one other from: Sciences, Mathematics, English or Foreign Language or Literature, or History.
3 APs at grades 5,4,4 to include Biology and two others from: Sciences, Mathematics, English or Foreign Language or Literature, or History.
Assessed on application – please contact St George’s for information.
Canadian High School Diploma (equivalent to A Level)
An average of 90% overall with 90% or better in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and English
An average of 90% overall with 90% or better in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and English
An average of 80% overall with 80% or better in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and English
An average of 80% overall with 80% or better in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and English
An average of 80% overall Assessed on application – please contact St George’s with 80% or better in Biology, Maths and English for information.
Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) (equivalent to A Level)
Grades of 5,5,5,5 in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and English
Grades of 5,5,5,5 in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and English
Grades of 5,5,5,5 in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and English
Grades of 5,5,5,5 in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and English
Assessed on application – Grades of 5,5,5 in three subjects, to include Biology please contact St George’s for information. and two other core subjects
Sigil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) (equivalent to A Level)
At least 3 subjects with grades AAA, to include Chemistry and Biology
At least 3 subjects with grades AAA, to include Chemistry and Biology
At least 3 subjects with grades ABB, to include Chemistry and Biology
At least 3 subjects with grades ABB, to include Chemistry and Biology
At least 3 subjects with grades ABB, to include Biology
Singaporean Integrated Programme (equivalent to A Level)
AAA at H2 level, to include AAA at H2 level, to include Biology and Chemistry Biology and Chemistry
Applicants must meet both the GCSE/iGCSE and A Level (or international equivalent) minimum requirements in order to be considered for a place on any programme. If your school qualifications are not listed, we will consider your academic record at the equivalent stage. Please contact global@sgul.ac.uk for further information. If your final school leaving qualification is below UK A Level, you may need to complete a Foundation programme in order to be eligible for a degree programme. Information on the INTO St George’s, University of London Foundation in Medical, Biomedical and Health Sciences can be found on page 11.
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Assessed on application – please contact St George’s for information.
ABB at H2 level, to include ABB at H2 level, to include ABB at H2 level, to include BBB at H2 level, with science subjects Biology and Chemistry Biology and Chemistry Biology and one other preferred science English language requirements for all programmes: Applicants who do not have GCSE/iGCSE English Language with a grade B must provide evidence of English language proficiency: IELTS (International English Language Testing System): 7.0 overall (including 7.0 in the written section, and no lower than 6.5 in any other section), or equivalent Applicants who have sat the examination more than twice in one year will only be considered on the basis of their first two sets of scores. Applicants cannot combine section scores from different sittings.
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Student life
Our location St George’s is based in Tooting, south-west London. Our students benefit from the best of both worlds – a friendly, local atmosphere with one of the world’s greatest capitals on their doorstep. London offers a wide range of opportunities to suit every taste, from world-renowned museums and cultural attractions, to famous shopping centres and internationallyacclaimed sporting arenas. Tooting itself is a thriving melting-pot and a fantastic place to live – well supplied with fresh food markets, good cheap restaurants and great bargain shopping. It benefits from a range of green spaces, offering a quiet change from the pace of London life. Tooting has excellent transport links, and is just 25 minutes from central London.
Accommodation Halls of residence Less than a mile from St George’s, our Horton Halls house 486 students in selfcatering single study/bedroom units with en-suite facilities, and shared kitchen, dining, and recreational areas. Wireless internet access is available throughout. There are laundry facilities on-site, secure storage for over 200 bikes, everything is closely monitored by CCTV, and the reception/security desk is open 24 hours a day. Horton Halls prices (2014): £140-150 per week Intercollegiate halls The University of London has eight intercollegiate halls of residence in central London, reserved for full-time students at University of London institutions. If you would prefer to live in one of these, please visit www.halls.london.ac.uk for more information. Private housing If you opt to live in rented accommodation, you’ll find there are a great many reasonably priced rooms, flats, maisonettes and houses available in and around Tooting. As St George’s is such a close community, shared flats and houses are often passed on from student group to student group. It’s never hard to find out what’s on offer, and most of our students end up living within a 15 to 20-minute walk. The University of London Housing Services maintain lists of registered private landlords and operate a contact list for students offering or wanting somewhere to live. To find out more, please visit www.housing.london.ac.uk.
Student Union The Student Union, run by and for our students, plays an important role in the life of St George’s. A wide range of clubs and societies, ranging from sports, arts, and charity to religious and cultural groups offer students the chance to relax, learn new skills and make new friends. You also become a full member of the National Union of Students, making you eligible for discounts at events, attractions, shops and theatres throughout the UK. For more information, visit www.sgsu.org.uk.
Health and fitness facilities Based at St George’s, the Robert Lowe Sports Centre is the main student sports facility. Housing a mixture of cardio training equipment and free weights, the centre also includes a multi-purpose sports hall and squash courts. Students are able to add use of the swimming pool at Tooting Leisure Centre, adjacent to St George’s, to their membership at extremely competitive rates. St George’s sports teams have a long tradition of playing their counterparts in university and medical school competitions, both at St George’s and at local outdoor venues.
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Support at St George’s
The team that works here can help you with almost any aspect of student life: finances, setting up a bank account in the UK, accommodation, exams and assessment, appeals and complaints, careers, disability and wellbeing, registering with a doctor in the UK, and even finding your way around; whatever it takes to make you feel at home.
Visa and immigration advice If you are not an EU, EEA or Swiss National, you will need ‘entry clearance’ or permission to enter the UK under Tier 4 of the immigration system in order to study at St George’s, University of London, and this must be obtained before you travel. St George’s, University of London has Highly Trust Sponsor Status with the UK Home Office, and can sponsor students on a Tier 4 student visa for the duration of their studies. Prior to coming to the UK, you will be provided with support, guidance and the documentation that you will need to support your application for a student visa. For students who need to renew their visa during their studies, visa workshops will be held throughout the year. If you are unsure whether you need a student visa to undertake a degree at St George’s, please visit www.ukvisas.gov.uk/en/doineedvisa. We also recommend reading the immigration leaflets published by the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) at www.ukcisa.org.uk. If you have any questions about the visa application process, please visit www.sgul.ac.uk/international/immigration-and-visa-advice or email visaadvice@sgul.ac.uk.
Hardship funding An international student hardship fund is available for full-time international students experiencing financial hardship. The funding comes in the form of a non-repayable grant or an interest-free short term loan, depending on circumstances. The fund cannot help with paying for tuition fees. It is designed to help students who are in financial hardship due to unexpected circumstances outside of their control, such as financial hardship caused by major currency fluctuations or unexpected family circumstances.
International Student Society All international students are automatically members of our International Student Society, which runs a welcome weekend for new international students every year, and hosts Christmas and Chinese New Year dinners and other events or trips throughout the year. The International Student Society also runs an international ‘Buddy’ scheme, assigning new international students to a ‘Buddy’ or mentor from an older year.
International Students House All our international students have free membership of this social, cultural and recreational centre in central London. Open all year round, it’s a great place to meet people from other London universities in a safe, relaxed environment.
International lunches We arrange a lunch for all of our international students every month, providing regular opportunities for you to get together and enjoy a (free) meal.
Careers service As you train you should always be looking ahead, and part of our job is to look ahead with you. Our careers service works to support current students and recent graduates, and help everyone find and maintain the healthcare career of their dreams. Whether you wish to work in the UK on graduation, or return to practise in your home country, or another country, we will offer support in getting you there.
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